Thursday, August 1, 2013
Chapter 20
I was impressed with chapter 20. You could feel that change in the story; it went from them being excited about what may lay in California for them to a sudden dose of reality from not having enough to pay for a proper funeral for Grandma to how the people in California didn't want them there. I also found it interesting how the "Mayor" of Hooverville seemed a little crazy because he had been pushed around so much, and then you have the young guy who is trying to help the Joads be able to survive in California by telling them about the possible job up north and then giving them directions to the government camp. I found it a little sad how Ma Joad gave the children in Hooverville what was left of the stew and then one of the kids mom scolded her for it. Now for the big question...what did you guys think of Jim Casy taking the blame for the beating of the cop?
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Chapter 20 was definitely a transition in character emotion for the the whole family contrary to the beginning chapters
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ReplyDeleteThat was a bold move for Jim Casy to take the blame. He felt like it was his duty to help the Joad family in some way and he did. Casy admired the Joad family, especially Tom. It was just something Casy felt like he had to do and I respect that. He was very brave.
ReplyDeleteI believe it ultimate depicts Jim's position as a preacher though he tries to deny it he has managed to retain those qualities of sacrificing and being the ideal example when it comes to acts or bravery and heroism
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